Why aren't there more free contests? I'm really big on free contests that support the indie filmmaker. It's the "free to enter" contests that are rare these days and hard to find. Check out this contest - it's free - (no ridiculous entry fee). And the top prize is $5000 in cash - so there's nothing to lose Yes, I'm biased, but I can't stand contests that charge entry fees. Rock on: http://www.studentfilmmakers.com/edgewise-media/
Free contests?
They charge people when there are no big sponsors. 
Theres always a few good free video contests at http://www.onlinevideocontests.com/. They list video contests that are held by different companies. Some of them have really good cash value or other rewards.
